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"We Have A Story To Tell"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 18, 2004

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Just as Jesus told the healed man to tell others how much God had done for him--we have the same calling.

Luke 8:26-39 “We Have a Story to Tell” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org Why are we here this morning? Why are we not doing what most of the people in our community are doing right ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: United Methodist

There Is A Call And You Have Heard It

Contributed by Craig Smee on Sep 15, 2007

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We have already risen with Christ. Stop living your life like we are confined to this earth.

Sermon: There is a Call For You! Jesus Christ our All In ALL A bank in Binghamton, New York sent a floral arrangement to a business that had recently moved into a new building. There was a mix up at the florist, and the card sent with the arrangement read, “With our deepest sympathy.” The florist ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:6

Denomination: Christian Church

Righteousness And Peace Have Kissed

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 8, 2008

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The Israelites returning home are thankful the captivity is over…thankful they’re going to the dance; but what now? How do you do this dance with a God you’ve never known?

1LORD, you were favorable to your land; you restored the fortunes of Jacob. 2You forgave the iniquity of your people; you pardoned all their sin. Selah 8Let me hear what God the LORD will speak, for he will speak peace to his people, to his faithful, to those who turn to him in their hearts. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

I Have Seen The Lord Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Apr 9, 2007

based on 5 ratings

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The resurrection of Jesus transforms individuals, families, and whole societies and it can change your life as well.

Even though today is Easter Sunday, I realize that you may have lots of things on your mind, including the deadline for filing your taxes with the IRS. I hope that none of you has the problem one guy has, though. A tax accountant told our son about a guy who wanted to declare the loss of his ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Brethren

If You Have Run With Footmen...

Contributed by Christian Curby on Mar 10, 2013

based on 8 ratings

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God has called us to do hard things! Do we walk away from our relationships including our relationship with God because it gets to challenging? Jeremiah 12:5

Good afternoon, it is so good to be back with you. I am thankful for all that God is doing in my life and in the life of our church. And so it is great to be with you today. Today I want to share a word with you that I believe God has been stirring in my heart for a while but I think that in the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:5-6

Denomination: Foursquare

Whom Have You Believed

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Jun 7, 2004

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We live in perilous times. Whom you have believed will determine how you get through them.

WHOM HAVE YOU BELIEVED? Text: Hebrews 6:1; 2 Timothy 3: 1-5; 11:1-40 Faith is the victory that overcomes the world. But only faith towards God will do this. The text says to move away from dead works and have faith towards God. We must move away from the things that will hinder us. We must move ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1, 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

The Kingdom Of God: "Not So Wise Men”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 21, 2024

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Our first impression on hearing this title are the wise men of the Christmas story. But in our story, Jesus is answering three men in a manner we’re not accustomed to. From Jesus’s responses, we find some valuable information about God’s kingdom. Come join us on this unusual journey.

The Kingdom of God “Not So Wise Men” Luke 9:57-62 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqU091I5leE Now, our first impression upon hearing this title is the wise men found in the Christmas story. Instead, in this series, we’re looking at Kingdom of God principles we can live ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Foursquare

For This Purpose I Have Come Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 1, 2018

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The Advent series this year explores the instances when the Master spoke of the purpose in His coming. This is the first message in this Advent series as Jesus spoke of the purpose of His coming.

“‘Now is my soul troubled. And what shall I say? “Father, save me from this hour?” But for this purpose I have come to this hour. Father, glorify your name.’ Then a voice came from heaven: ‘I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.’ The crowd that stood there and heard it said that it ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-36

Denomination: Baptist

Having Courage To Advance The Gospel

Contributed by John Stensrud on Jun 3, 2001

based on 37 ratings

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An expository message

Philippians 1:19-30 (RSV) 1:19 Yes, & I shall rejoice. For I know that through your prayers & the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance, 1:20 as it is my eager expectation & hope that I shall not be at all ashamed, but that with full courage now as always Christ ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have A Ministry That Endures Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 16, 2013

based on 11 ratings

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A sermon examining the way to persevere in ministry.

HOW TO HAVE A MINISTRY THAT ENDURES Acts 21:8-9 (The following is a message that was delivered at a local pastors conference) I grew up in a church that had an average pastoral tenure of less than two years. As a result, I developed relationships with many men in ministry who have had a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

All We Have Is A Prayer Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2020

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When you consider the sin of mankind and the tumult of the nations, what hope is there for sinful man. The truth is that all we have is a prayer--and it's enough when you pray as Daniel prayed.

Pray to our only hope—an awesome loving God to Save us from our Sins Many of you know that I’m a fan of spectator sports. Each morning I generally have my devotions in two different places, in the Bible, and the sports page. As a sports fan, I’m familiar with mismatches—like when the #1 ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:1-20, Ephesians 6:10-19

Denomination: Bible Church

What Have I Learned? Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Dec 14, 2002

based on 34 ratings

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Celebration Sunday of Bethany Church’s 40 Days of purpose campaign

(stories at end of sermon) It’s hard to believe we’re at the end of 40 days. We are here to celebrate. I have been asking you to write your stories about what have you learned during 40 Days of Purpose. Those are compiled in today’s Celebration Packet unless you asked me not to print yours. And ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:2

Denomination: Methodist

Christians Have A Sure Thing

Contributed by Edward Frey on Sep 21, 2002

based on 61 ratings

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May God grant us the courage and willingness to exalt Christ in life and in death!

There’s no such thing as a sure thing.” That statement brings out the blatant skepticism inherent to the human nature. Whether you’re dealing with the stock market or simply perusing the coupons in the Sunday paper, people are cautious to jump at something. After all, if it seems too good to be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-27, Philippians 1:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Saints I Have Knows

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 31, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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A sermon for All Saints Sunday

All Saints Sunday Sermon Matthew 5:1-12 "Saints I Have Known" 1 ¶ Seeing the crowds, he went up on the mountain, and when he sat down his disciples came to him. 2 And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying: 3 ¶ "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Have You Seen The King?

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015

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Have You Seen The King?

Isaiah 6:1-13 Have You Seen The King? I. Isaiah's Confrontation - 1 In the year that king Uzziah died I saw also the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up. A. He Saw The Position Of A Sovereign God - I saw also the Lord It's Timing - 1 In the year that king Uzziah died - It's ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Holiness

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